Editorial

Tarique Rahman proposed steps to resolve Rohingya crisis
Rohingyas need the world’s support
6 HOUR(s) • Editorial
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Nine years without MRI service!
24 September 2026 • Editorial
Bangladesh transport fare increase after fuel price hike
Fuel price hikes can’t mean a free-for-all on transport fares
23 September 2026 • Editorial
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Reliable data to fight dengue vital
23 September 2026 • Editorial
Bangladesh fuel price hike impact
Share the fuel-cost burden fairly
22 September 2026 • Editorial
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No school should be without toilets
22 September 2026 • Editorial
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Bidding process must be fair
21 September 2026 • Editorial
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Space deficit mustn’t drive case backlogs
21 September 2026 • Editorial
Opratim Murder In Cumilla
Bring Oprotim’s killers to justice
20 September 2026 • Editorial
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Prioritise building and maintaining public toilets
20 September 2026 • Editorial
Incomplete list of martyred intellectuals

A tribute long overdue

We must promptly complete the martyred intellectuals’ list
14 December 2024
Tech-Based Crimes Against Women

Prioritise women’s online safety

50 percent of women avoid online activity or hide their identities on social media due to safety concerns.
14 December 2024
Rab DG's apology for enforced disappearances, murders

A welcome admission from Rab DG

The Rab chief's apology for crimes committed must be followed by meaningful reforms.
13 December 2024
Psychological trauma of the July victims

July victims need mental health support

The injured have suffered severe psychological trauma
13 December 2024
unemployment rate in Bangladesh

Address unemployment with priority

True state of labour market worse than expected
12 December 2024
Dhaka's Crippling Air Pollution

Take strict action to improve Dhaka’s air

Govt must introduce regular alerts for citizens, punish air polluters
12 December 2024
delays in getting basic documents from dhaka ward offices

Fast-track services at Dhaka ward councillor offices

Delays, disruptions reported in the provision of birth, death and other certificates
12 December 2024
kidney dialysis out of reach for many patients

Kidney treatment costs should not be so high

It's taking away hope from many ESKF patients
11 December 2024
first high-level official talks between dhaka and delhi

Dhaka-Delhi ties must be defined by respect and fairness

First high-level meetings since Hasina's fall touch on key bilateral challenges
10 December 2024
Extortion using false cases, Dubious cases after August 5, DMP Commissioner SM Sazzat Ali, DMP chief's vow to stop extortion, July-August uprising,

Extortion using dubious cases must stop

Authorities must end the legal harassment of innocent people
10 December 2024
end of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad

A new dawn for Syria

The country's future must be determined by Syrians
9 December 2024
Poor Execution Of Bus Rapid Transit Project

A prime example of poor planning

There is much to learn from the BRT debacle
9 December 2024
passport crisis in malaysia

Passport renewal crisis is hurting our migrants in Malaysia

Migrant workers must be protected from uncertainties and irregularities
8 December 2024
Inflation hitting 4-month high

Why are food prices not coming down?

Govt must have a multi-pronged approach to curb them
8 December 2024
Bangladesh business environment

Prioritise enhancing business environment

Improve law and order, rebuild trust with international partners
7 December 2024
concerns over proposed dhaka dap amendments

DAP must enhance Dhaka’s liveability

Govt should not bow to pressure from real estate developers
7 December 2024
workers’ rights, dignity and recognition in Bangladesh

Workers deserve a better deal in new Bangladesh

We must honour their sacrifices in July uprising through proper initiatives and reforms
6 December 2024
dhaka street girls facing sexual abuse, harassment

Protect street children from sexual abuse

Existing legal, institutional frameworks failing to provide security
6 December 2024
Hasina's first public speech after ouster

Hasina’s claims are nothing but a distortion of facts

India’s failure to prevent such false narratives won’t help bilateral relations
5 December 2024
Taka 1.46 Lakh Crore Paid in Service Bribes During Awami League Rule

Awami League’s legacy of corruption should serve as a cautionary tale

TIB reveals how citizens were held hostage to bribery for everyday services
5 December 2024